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Does the Bible Teach For or Against Soul Sleep? Also What is the Second Part of 1 Thessalonians 2:13 About… Is God’s Word Always Automatically Effective in Every Believer?

February 11, 2022 2 Cor 5:8, Luke 16, Soul Sleep, Transformation

Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will discuss the concept of “soul sleep.” This is a common view that teaches once a person dies, they are unaware and have no consciousness in heaven or hell. This view was held by Martin Luther and is still a popular one today. However, is this biblical? The guys will address this issue in light of passages such as Luke 16, Isaiah 14, and Ezekial 28. In addition, we will hear the guys address 1 Thess 2:13. You won’t want to miss this discussion.

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